GRE Word List

AMALGAM

a mixture of different elements

The meaning of the word amalgam is a mixture of different elements.

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WordMeaning
timiditylacking in courage or self-confidence
compressto press or squeeze together
disinterestednot having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged
cantataa composition for one or more voices usually comprising solos, duets, recitatives, and choruses and sung to an instrumental accompaniment
marginalwritten or printed in the margin of a page or sheet
accoladea mark of acknowledgment : award
provocativeserving or tending to provoke, excite, or stimulate
fancierone that has a special liking or interest
piousmarked by or showing reverence for deity and devotion to divine worship
subtletythe quality or state of being subtle